Correctional Officer

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The Sangamon County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for Corrections Officer positions for immediate openings.

Correctional Officers are responsible for day to day operations of the Sangamon County Jail, including inmate observation, transportation, and custodial care; enforcement of facility rules, along with state and federal laws; restraint of recalcitrant inmates; respond to emergency situations; writing accurate and detailed reports and other documentation.

Interested candidates can receive an application in the following ways;

• PREFERRED: Apply directly online: https://sangamonil.gov/departments/s-z/sheriff/apply-for-employment
• Download the application directly from www.sangamoncounty-sheriff.com/forms
• Pick up an application between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Sangamon County Sheriff’s Office, #1 Sheriff’s Plaza in Springfield

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Applicants meeting the requirements will be notified of written and physical agility testing requirements.

Sangamon County Corrections Officer Requirements

• Have acquired a high school diploma or equivalent certificate.
• No younger than 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
• Must possess a valid Illinois Driver’s License.
• Must possess a valid FOID (Firearm Owner’s Identification) card.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must pass a written examination as prescribed by the Merit Commission.
• Must pass a physical standards test.
• Must pass a thorough background investigation including drug testing.
• Must reside within Sangamon County within 6 months of employment.
• Completion of a state mandated 8 week training academy and successfully pass state testing

Sangamon County Corrections Officer Pay and Benefit Information

• Two raises yearly (longevity and contractual)
• Health/Dental/Vision/Life insurance starting on day 1 of employment
• Fully paid training
• Vacation: 10-25 days annually based on years of service
• Holidays: 14-15 holidays (alternates every other year for Election Day)
• Compensatory Time
• Personal days
• Free meals during work hours
• IMRF Pension, plus supplemental retirement savings programs
• Overtime opportunities
• Promotional and specialized assignment opportunities
• 5 day workweek with 3 days off each week

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Applicants meeting the requirements will be notified of written and physical agility testing requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $41,563.00 - $74,094.00 per year

Benefits:

• 457(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Military leave
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person